Some new tidbits

Since starting this blog, there have been many changes and the one big one is that I no longer sell herbs. I am still asked about what to use in different situations and am so glad to be able to help those that are looking for answers.

I have been learning a lot about the use of charcoal. It works well to absorb toxins and to heal itching but there is so much more that I am learning that it can do. I have seen charcoal reverse the effects of a spider bite and get rid of hives and itching in less than an half hour. Six capsules of charcoal can take you from horrible food poisoning back to feeling good again. You have to buy good products and have found that one of the best charcoals to use is bamboo.

Taking charcoal internally should be limited to 2 capsules as it can bind you up. There are situations like food poisoning or spider bites or other infections that might require taking more but I have seen it do great works and you can stimulate the bowel with fruits and fiber after an hour or more after taking charcoal. The end result will be a dark gray and green excrement but that should be gone in a day or so. You do not want to take charcoal with fiber such as psyllium as they absorb each other which leaves no room to absorb toxins or impurities.

I have had a sore area in the back and upper part of my jaw. The dentist has not been able to determine the cause. I purchased some charcoal tablets and let one dissolve in the area and after just two treatments, there is a marked improvement. After a few more attempts, I am certain that whatever the cause of the pain will be gone.

Also, several years ago I had developed a horrible case of cellulitis in my left foot and leg. It took months to heal it but the foot and leg were left deep red and swollen. After trying many herbs and soaks, the leg and foot returned to a normal color. The swelling remained though. Just a week ago, I did a very warm foot soak with bamboo charcoal and water. I did this for about 40 minutes. What ended up on top of the water was horrible but the foot and ankle were much improved. It seemed to pull old toxins from the very sluggish lymphatic system.  I am continuing to soak the foot and am fairly certained that this will be resolved. The doctors said my foot and lower leg would always remain deep red and swollen. Am pleased to say they were wrong. Sometimes you have to keep seeking and trying new things to get your answer but the research and trials are worth it!

There should be mention of the fact that soaking one’s foot in a charcoal bath can leave any cracks in the feet and the area around the nails a bit dark but it does eventually wash away and it is a small price to pay for a normal looking foot.

The products I purchased are by charcoalhouse.com and they also offer a wonderful book about the uses for charcoal.

Also, another interesting product is pine pitch. Yes, you read right. Pine pitch heals cracked hands and cuts. It is antibacterial and antiviral. I have used it on dogs to heal cuts that refused to heal and even on deep cuts on fingers. Within days there is new skin and no infection. Am in the process of finding good sources for it. Pure Pitch is a company that sells it but it is very expensive. But one small ounce can last a family of four for several years as you only use a tiny bit. It is sticky, so you have to cover it with a band aid. Best to do it right away and put a new dressing  on at night before bed. Change the bandage whenever it gets wet.  My husband cut his finger badly and needed to go to the hospital. He refused and asked for the pine pitch. I cleaned the wound, applied the pitch and bandaged it. We changed the dressing twice daily and within three days it was healed over with nice smooth skin and no scar.

As I find more uses for these two great and natural products, I will try to update this.

Bamboo charcoal

Pine trees